York Heating and Air Conditioning: Homeowners: Air Conditioning: Calculate Your Savings

See how much you can save

Use this map and chart to calculate your savings. First, use the map to locate the zone where you live. Then, find the SEER rating of your current system. Then, use the chart to find your approximate annual cooling costs. The difference between your current cost and that of a higher SEER unit is your estimated annual savings.

Approximate Annual Cooling Operating Costs


Cooling Efficiencies	Approximate Annual Cooling Operating Costs
SEER*	Zone 1	Zone 2	Zone 3	Zone 4	Zone 5
6.0	$424	$544	$738	$767	$1,204
8.0	$318	$403	$554	$575	$903
10.0	$255	$326	$443	$460	$722
12.0	$212	$272	$369	$383	$602
13.0	$197	$252	$342	$356	$559
15.0	$170	$218	$296	$308	$484
18.0	$161	$206	$208	$290	$456
(Based on 2001 DOE national average price for electricity (0.0837/kwh). Assuming the use of 36,000 BTU nominal capacity. Information derived using Elite Energy Audit Program. Cooling based on Bin data. Operating cost based on 2,100 sq. ft. and occupancy of 4 people. Actual savings may vary.) *SEER=Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. The higher the SEER rating number, the more energy efficient the unit. The government�s established minimum rating for air conditioning is 13 (Beginning January 2006).